Position Title:  NPS – America 250 Intern– AmeriCorps

Conservation Legacy Program: Stewards Individual Placements

Site Location: Moores Creek National Battlefield

40 Patriots Hall Dr., Currie, NC 28435

 

Terms of Service:

 

Start Date: TBDEnd Date: TBD (20 weeks)AmeriCorps Slot Classification: 675 Hours

 

Purpose:

 

Stewards Individual Placements is an AmeriCorps Program which provides individuals with service and career opportunities to strengthen communities and protect our natural and cultural resources. Moores Creek National Battlefield is the site of the first decisive Patriot victory of the American Revolution. This battle, fought February 27, 1776, helped North Carolina seek out and vote on independence, the first American colony to do so. This coming February will mark the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge. Moores Creek National Battlefield is seeking an intern in the Interpretation and Education Division to provide hands-on experience in public history, event planning, and visitor engagement while supporting the park’s efforts to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Moores Creek Bridge, scheduled for February 26–28, 2026.

 

The America 250 Intern is an AmeriCorps Position which will serve as a member of the park's interpretation and education team. The AmeriCorps member will assist park staff in providing a range of services designed to foster meaningful connections to Moores Creek National Battlefield and its rich history. During the course of the internship, the member will serve alongside experienced National Park Service employees supporting every facet of park operations such as leading informal interpretive activities in the park, delivering existing education programs, and developing new programs for various audiences. The member will help to finalize planning for the park's 250th anniversary event in February 2026 in addition to other responsibilities within the division. The member will grow in their knowledge of interpretation, education, volunteers, and complex event planning. This position is designed to help the member grow professionally and deepen their understanding of the National Park Service mission and the role of interpretation in public lands stewardship.

 

If you are ready to embark on a fulfilling journey with Moores Creek National Battlefield, apply now by uploading your resume and cover letter, and take the first step towards a rewarding career with the National Park Service! 

 

To learn more about Stewards, please visit: Homepage | Stewards Individual Placement Program

 

To learn more about the Moores Creek National Battlefield, please visit: Moores Creek National Battlefield (U.S. National Park Service)

 

Description of Duties:

 

As an AmeriCorps Member serving with the Moores Creek National Battlefield in Currie, NC, your responsibilities will include:

 

Assist with ongoing planning efforts for the 250th anniversary event.Support the implementation and logistics of the event in February 2026.Coordinate with stakeholders and partner organizations to ensure timely communication and collaboration.Help design and distribute marketing materials, including flyers and other promotional items, to engage the local community and surrounding counties.Provide guided tours and living history programs to enhance visitor understanding of the park's significance.Offer informal interpretation to park visitors, as well as information and orientation.Assist in the development of educational materials and interpretive programs as needed.Assist in the creation of interpretive media such as brochures, exhibit panels, digital content, and social media posts.Contribute creative ideas for storytelling and visual design that support the park’s interpretive themes and goals.

 

Qualifications:

 

United States citizen, United States national, or a lawful permanent resident alien. Between the ages of 18 – 30, or up to age 35 with Veteran status. Has received a high school diploma or equivalency certificate; or has not dropped out of elementary or secondary school to enroll as an AmeriCorps participant, and agrees to obtain a high school diploma or its equivalent prior to using the education award.Agrees to provide information to establish eligibility and to complete a National Service Criminal History Check.  Must have a valid Driver’s License. Bachelor's degree is preferred.Experience with social media development and public speaking are desired.

 

Our Commitment:

 

Conservation Legacy is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to perform essential functions. Some positions may require periodic overnight travel, non-traditional hours, ability to move across varied terrain, use program-specific tools and a range of technology on an infrequent or frequent basis. Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Ability to safely drive an organizational vehicle may also be required for some positions. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.

 

Time Requirements:

 

Typically, this position is expected to serve 40 hours a week Tuesday to Saturday, but exact service schedules may vary. A half hour lunch break will not be counted towards AmeriCorps serviceThe member may be required to participate in national, state, or local service projects or events as part of their service term.The member will serve fully in person on site.

 

Orientation and Training:

 

The member will receive an orientation that includes training on AmeriCorps prohibited and unallowable activities.The member will receive hands-on training from the Chief of Interpretation. This training will include customer service, complex event planning and informal visitor contacts.The member will be introduced to all stakeholders involved in the planning and execution of the event by the Chief of Interpretation.The member will receive formal interpretive talk training from the Visitor Services Lead to provide high quality guided tours for the public.The member will shadow experienced park interpreters and receive hands-on assistance in the development of interpretive programs.The member will receive audience-centered experience training as well as Foundations of Interpretation training.The member will complete IT training to utilize park computers including the use of Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, and the Microsoft suite to develop local interpretive media.The member will also participate in hands-on online training in interpretive media development with the Chief of Interpretation and social media and interpretation training from the park's Social Media coordinator.

 

Benefits:

 

Segal AmeriCorps Education Award of $2,817.14Living Allowance of $640 per week.Childcare Coverage if Eligible.Loan forbearance if Eligible.Interest Payments if Eligible.Eligible for Public Land Corps (PLC) hiring authority upon successful completion of term. Training and Professional Development Opportunities.Employee Wellness Program (connect with a licensed professional counselor and 24/7 support). Networking and Mentorship.

 

Evaluation and Reporting:

 

As an AmeriCorps member, performance will be evaluated on whether the member has completed the required number of hours, the member has satisfactorily completed assignments, and if the member has met other performance criteria that were clearly communicated at the beginning of the term of service.

 

Reporting requirements include, but are not limited to, bi-weekly timesheets and accomplishment tracking.

 

Recruiter & Program Coordinator Contact Information:

 

Meaghan Hall

Stewards Individual Placements Program Coordinator

mhall@conservationlegacy.org

681-666-3266  

 

Conservation Legacy is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

 

We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodations due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to the hiring manager.